Classic rockers Foghat and Savoy Brown play at Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Sept. 1
From a press release: After performing at The Woodlands last year, it was announced today that English blues rockers Foghat will return to Wilkes-Barre to play at the F.M. Kirby Center on Saturday, Sept. 1 at 7:30 p.m. with special guests Savoy Brown. Tickets, which are $32.50, $42.50, and $52.50, plus fees, go on sale […]
After sold-out Wilkes-Barre event, ‘WWE SmackDown’ returns to Mohegan Sun Arena on July 17
From a press release: Following up the “WWE Live” show at the Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza in January, it was announced today that “WWE SmackDown Live” will be back in Wilkes-Barre on Tuesday, July 17 at 7:45 p.m. This will be the first time in two years that the Luzerne County arena will […]
VIDEO/PHOTOS: Behind the scenes (and colorful costumes) of ‘Marvel Universe Live’ in Wilkes-Barre
While Marvel fans of all ages enjoyed “Avengers: Infinity War” last weekend, helping the 19th film in the franchise set the record for the highest movie opening ever, the more mature tone and surprisingly dark ending may have left a few families looking for something lighter now to brighten their spirits before “Ant-Man and the […]
Eagles and Stevie Nicks tribute bands play together at Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Nov. 17
From a press release: It was announced today that FriendlyHart Productions will present The Fast Lane: A Tribute to the Eagles and supporting act Gypsy – Celebrating the Music of Stevie Nicks at the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Saturday, Nov. 17 at 8 p.m. Tickets, which are $29.50, $39.50, and $49.50, plus fees, […]
Dustin Douglas & The Electric Gentlemen ‘Break It Down’ at album release show in Wilkes-Barre on June 2
From a press release: Northeastern Pennsylvania’s premier blues rock power trio, Dustin Douglas & The Electric Gentlemen, are set to debut their new album, “Break It Down,” on Friday, June 1, and will play a release show in their hometown of Wilkes-Barre the following night. Created by Dustin Douglas (vocals/guitars), Tommy Smallcomb (drums), and Matt […]
Grammy-winning rock icon John Fogerty performs at Mohegan Sun Arena in Wilkes-Barre on Nov. 9
From a press release: It was announced today that rock icon John Fogerty is heading to the Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza in Wilkes-Barre on Friday, Nov. 9 at 8 p.m. Tickets, which range from $35-$125, go on sale this Friday, May 4 at 10 a.m. through the NBT Bank Box Office at Mohegan […]
NEPA jamgrass band Cabinet returns from hiatus to play Peach Festival in Scranton on July 19
In a surprise announcement today, Scranton/Wilkes-Barre jamgrass band Cabinet revealed that they will return from hiatus to play only one show in 2018 – the Peach Music Festival at The Pavilion at Montage Mountain in Scranton on Thursday, July 19. Garnering a huge local following and touring the country since forming in 2006, the popular […]
PHOTOS: ‘SCENE’ compilation release show at The Bog in Scranton, 04/06/18
Before the Internet provided easy ways to sample, discover, share, and download new music, compilation CDs were a great way to find your next favorite band – and they still can be. These collections are still made today, but not as frequently in their old physical forms of tapes and compact discs, so to celebrate […]
PHOTOS: Breaking Benjamin meet and greet at Gallery of Sound in Wilkes-Barre, 04/14/18
Record Store Day, coming up this Saturday, is typically the Gallery of Sound’s biggest day of the year, but last Saturday, April 14 may have already topped it. Lines of fans wrapped around the Wilkes-Barre store and across the parking lot, all eager to welcome Breaking Benjamin back to their hometown a day after their […]
Struggling Third Friday Art Walk in downtown Wilkes-Barre changes to Art Block with new approach
From a press release: Art walk events are creative and economic catalysts in communities across the United States, including Scranton with its long-running First Friday program. Not only do they encourage a wider appreciation of the arts in the community, they also foster patronage in neighboring restaurants and businesses. In many areas, the arts have […]
